Caterpillar, Inc

Communications Specialist

Caterpillar, Inc • $97K — $146K *
Irving, TX 75061In-Person
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field; 5+ years in corporate communications.
  • Proficient in digital communication tools, particularly Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong skills in effective listening and communicating for influence.
  • Expertise in planning and organizing tasks efficiently.
  • Proficient in copywriting and editing for various audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic communications for engineering and innovation initiatives.
  • Provide counsel and execution support for HR communication initiatives.
  • Develop compelling content that conveys technology solutions.
  • Create audience-focused content in collaboration with subject experts.
  • Manage external communications approval processes and ensure brand consistency.
  • Recognize team achievements through internal communication channels.
  • Monitor communication metrics to refine strategies for greater engagement.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401(k) savings plans with company contributions.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
  • Career development programs and tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
Career Area:
Communications

Job Description:

Intro:

Technology is an accelerator for our customers, helping them solve their toughest challenges. In this role, you'll be accountable for developing and owning messaging and content for an engineering organization responsible for intelligent machine systems. This role will also support priority division human resources initiatives. You'll work closely with leadership and subject matter experts to design and execute strategic communications to further the organization's business objectives.

What You Will Do:

  • Lead strategic communications for the vice president overseeing engineering and innovation for intelligent machine systems. Translate priorities into campaigns, milestones and engagement opportunities that build understanding, alignment and support for our mission: Solve our customers' toughest challenges.
  • Support HR and culture communications: Provide strategic communications counsel and execution support to Cat Technology's HR Director, including communications for priority HR initiatives.
  • Lead content development: Support our narrative, creating compelling fact-based messaging that drives collaboration, understanding and excitement in our technology solutions and how they help transform our customers' businesses.
  • Develop audience-focused content in partnership with technology subject matter experts; business leaders; and communications, marketing and media relations colleagues. Deliverables may include customer stories, announcements, events, presentations, speeches, communications plans and articles for internal and external audiences.
  • Strengthen communications governance and continuity: Own the external communications approval process for Cat Technology Division, uphold brand standards across content and serve as the back-up for the Cat Technology communications channel owner.
  • Lead internal communications that recognize team achievements, project milestones and success stories through all-employee meetings and division communications channels.
  • Analyze performance: Monitor communications metrics to refine strategies and continuously improve engagement.
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders and advising on the suitability of approaches for communication efforts.
  • Tracking and analyzing metrics to measure the effectiveness of internal communications.
  • Creating content for employee communication channels; ensuring that messaging and branding are consistent across all channels.
  • Developing and distributing communications materials, such as written communications, presentation materials, etc. to deliver key messages.


What You Have :
  • Education/Experience: Degree or equivalent experience desired. College or university degree in communications, marketing, or a related field. 5+ years of job-related experience in corporate communications. Proficiency in digital communication tools such as the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Communicating for Impact: Knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques for effective listening and communicating; ability to apply these theories to receive, transmit and accurately interpret information and ideas to influence others in various situations.
    • Analyzes the interests or requirements of the audience; shares only relevant information in a direct and efficient manner.
    • Adapts standard communication approaches when conducting dialogue with different audiences or conveying messages.
    • Explains others' viewpoints and asks questions to ensure mutual understanding.
    • Recognizes and assesses cues or unstated intentions behind verbal and nonverbal communication.
    • Provides persuasive messages using well-reasoned arguments to address audience concerns or reactions.
  • Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
    • Raises awareness of potential bottlenecks and disruptions to the schedule.
    • Breaks tasks into manageable steps that can be incorporated into a personal work plan.
    • Escalates concerns over competing or conflicting priorities.
    • Monitors progress continuously and adjusts tactics for handling situations on a case-by-case basis.
    • Creates action plans that ensure the accomplishment of responsibilities.
  • Establishing and Maintaining Trust: Knowledge of developing and maintaining trust; ability to develop trusting relationships and provide solicited, respected and valued perspectives to clients/peers that guide thinking, facilitate issue resolution and enhance client/peer capabilities.
    • Delivers timely, quality advice in specific business areas to satisfy stated client needs.
    • Participates in consulting projects that enhance the building of trusting and loyal business relationships.
    • Provides accurate subject matter or process knowledge for typical service offerings in specific client business areas.
    • Explains how to enhance business relationships and provide effective advice.
    • Demonstrates basic competence and sound general business knowledge within an industry's specific area of expertise.
  • Copywriting and Editing: Knowledge of copywriting and editing; ability to write, review and edit texts and documents to promote marketing.
    • Develops a variety of typographies and publications.
    • Proposes key considerations in writing business documents and publications.
    • Writes and edits materials for a variety of target populations.
    • Consults others on developing and editing large documents and documentation projects.
    • Participates in discussions about style and tone differences of press releases, marketing brochures and newsletters.
    • Trains others on editing for image, business intent, substance and the specific audience.


What Will Set You Apart :
  • Proficiency with presentation and print design and design tools.
  • Experience supporting senior leadership.
  • Seasoned experience consulting, planning and delivering impactful communications strategies across a large, complex organization.
  • Knowledge of Internal Communications: ability to produce and distribute news, newsletters and other communications materials targeted at employees.
  • Knowledge of Multimedia Technologies: ability to use installed audio, visual and animation software tools to produce multimedia publications.
  • Strong Interpersonal Relationships skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
  • Experience measuring communication effectiveness and using metrics to drive continuous improvement.


Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement


* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:
August 13, 2026 - August 19, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

About Caterpillar, Inc

Progress Rail Services Corporation, a Caterpillar company, is one of the largest integrated and diversified suppliers of railroad and transit system products and services worldwide. Since its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc. in 2006, Progress Rail has used the Caterpillar international footprint to gain quick and widespread notice and approval across the globe. Product technology, reliability and durability, along with legendary aftermarket parts and service support, have been their keys to success. Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines. The technology and world reach of Caterpillar, combined with the service standard and historical reliability of Progress Rail, ensures their products and services make a growing impact on the world rail industry. With their acquisition of Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD), Progress Rail is the world's largest builder of diesel-electric locomotives for all commercial railroad applications including freight, intercity passenger, commuter, switching, industrial and mining. EMD is also a global provider of diesel power engines for marine propulsion, offshore and land based oil well drilling rigs and stationary power generation. Electro-Motive is the only diesel engine manufacturer of its size to have produced more than 70,000 engines. This success stems from product reliability, serviceability, load acceptance capability, low operating costs and ease of maintenance with standardized components.

Caterpillar, Inc. Careers

Join the robust team at Caterpillar, Inc., a global leader in construction and mining equipment, where innovation drives everything we do. As part of our team, you'll engage in work that improves the world and furthers your career with every project you touch.

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At Caterpillar, Inc., you will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of groundbreaking projects that extend across the globe. Our commitment to leadership in the industry is unwavering, and we achieve it through a culture that fosters diversity and leadership development.

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Choosing a career at Caterpillar means more than just having a job. It means you're part of a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We offer competitive benefits to ensure the health and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, alongside unique perks like professional development and diversity training programs.

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Make a great first impression. Prepare for your interview at Caterpillar by reviewing common questions and practicing your responses. Tailor your resume to highlight the experiences and skills that make you the ideal candidate for the position you are applying for. At Caterpillar, Inc., every role offers the chance to make an impact. Come be a part of our team and drive the future of our global industries. Your career at Caterpillar is not just about what you'll accomplish, but how you'll grow and the innovation you'll lead. Join us and build a career that matters.
Learn more about Caterpillar, Inc
Size
107,700 employees
Market Cap
$125.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1925
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
Revenue
$41.7 billion
NASDAQ
CAT
* Ladders Estimates

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